Furkids Animal Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization that operates the largest cage-free, no-kill shelter in the Southeast for rescued cats, and Sadie’s Place, a no-kill shelter for rescued dogs. The Furkids team is dedicated to saving their local communities' most at-risk animals, providing life-saving care, and then preparing them to be adopted into their forever homes. As a non-profit organization, their work would not be possible without the help of over 1,000 wonderful volunteers. Furkids is always looking for more people to get involved in their mission.
With locations throughout Metro Atlanta, there are many different ways that Furkids volunteers make a lasting impact. Volunteers play a part in every step of the animals' journey while in the program, from their first day in the shelter to their adoption day. Each volunteer is critical in helping heal homeless animals emotionally and physically until they are in a loving home. Volunteers of all ages are welcome, including youth volunteers.
What do Furkids volunteers actually do? A little bit of everything! Volunteers work with dogs by walking them daily, teaching them commands and good behavior, and simply getting their “zoomies” out! Keeping a sanitary environment in the shelter is also essential to maintain animal health and prevent sickness.
If you’re a cat lover - you’re in the right place! Caretakers help clean free-roam rooms and give the cats the affection they crave. There is also the Purrkids program, where volunteers work one-on-one with shy or fearful cats to help their chances of adoption. Cat Shelter volunteer Rachel Clark says, “It’s evident Furkids is a safe, comfortable, and warm place for animals to land. I love my time there, and I love helping those precious babies."
With roughly 1,100 animals in their care, Furkids couldn’t save as many lives as they do without their generous fosters. You too can help an animal in need by giving them a safe place to rest while they wait for their family. Furkids provides all the supplies needed to foster. All they need is a clean, safe, loving home!
There are plenty of volunteer opportunities outside the shelter, also. Furkids Animal Rescue has five thrift stores in metro Atlanta that provide over one-third of their operating budget.
Are you an animal lover who wants to make a difference in the lives of at-risk dogs and cats in your community?
You can learn more about volunteering and fostering with Furkids Animal Rescue & Shelters by visiting FurKids.org.